The Carpentry Show

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Join Robin Clevett as he takes a look at all the latest topics from the world of woodwork including product launches, top tips, and special guests.

Robin will also be joined by some of the biggest names from across the industry giving their view on the latest news and developments.

The Carpentry Show on Fix Radio is brought to you in partnership with Festool.

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286 episodes
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February 9 · 44 min
The Passing of Skills Between Father & Son
Robin Clevett is joined by Father & Son, Dean & Jay Elliott. Dean has had a similar route into the trade as Robin (both only being one year apart in age) and has brought his son Jay into the trade (Known as 'Carpentry By Jay') Jay and Dean...
February 2 · 24 min
A Charity Project For A Great Cause
Scott Bubb AKA Bro's Carpentry joins Robin Clevett to talk about a charity project he took on that saw 30 trades come together over five days, for a good cause that was close to his heart. Scott explains why he decided to do this, discusses...
January 26 · 42 min
What Would It Take For You To Teach?
Robin Clevett looks into what it would take the cream of the crop to hang up the tools and go and teach. Robin talks to Adrian Davey, an educator who has 'been there, done it' when it comes to leaving a successful business and life on the tools behind...
January 19 · 36 min
How To Generate Leads In 2026!
Robin Clevett looks into the current most effective ways to generate leads, bring in a good quality of work and broaden your client base. Trade Business Coach, Craig Wilkinson gives a detailed breakdown of what the most effective ways are in 2026 and...
January 12 · 34 min
Taking Risks & What Ifs
Robin Clevett invites Carpenters to join him and talk about what if moments, forks in the road and the times they've taken risks and bet on themselves professionally. Robin also asks about the risks we're not willing to take and also touches on his...
January 5 · 29 min
What Might Define 2026 For Carpentry & Construction?
Robin Clevett looks into what might define the year ahead for many in Carpentry, Joinery & Construction. Allen Burt shares his thoughts from a Carpentry/Joinery perspective, Robin brings you a few ideas of what to focus on for the year ahead....
Dec 15, 2025 · 44 min
Another Look Into Potential Apprenticeship Reforms
Robin Clevett looks into the proposed reforms to appentieshoips once again. Guests include: James Filus from the Institute of Carpenters/Director of the National Association of Shopfitters & Interior Contractors and Carl Shaw - Assistant Principal...
Dec 8, 2025 · 43 min
Robin Clevett Chats To Derek Barrett About His Work, Business, Social Media & More!
Robin Clevett is joined by Derek Barrett from Derek Barrett Design to discuss his experiences in the trade and his approach to running his business. Derek talks about why he decides to create a lot of what he's working with in-house, Derek also talks...
Dec 1, 2025 · 44 min
Why An 8 Month Apprenticeship Would Be Disastrous For The Trade
Robin Clevett looks into what's currently happening with regards to Skills England's plans to reduce apprenticeships to just 8 months in duration. Robin shares his initial reaction and talks to Helen Hewitt, CEO of the British Woodworking Federation....
Nov 24, 2025 · 55 min
GM Haus Discuss Tool Theft, Working With Architects & Share Thoughts On The Trade!
Samuel Gough and Nathan McCartney from GM Haus return to share some thoughts about the wider industry and talk more about their working practices. Robin also asks them to take part in some fill in the blank and word association exercises about the trade.
Nov 17, 2025 · 34 min
Robin Clevett Chats To GM Haus About Their Business Success So Far...
Robin Clevett is joined by Nathan McCartney & Samuel Gough about their Cornwall based business GM Haus, the projects they take on and the success they've experienced over the past four or five years. Samuel and Nathan talk about their upbringing...
Nov 10, 2025 · 38 min
Best & Worst Days & Jobs EVER!
Robin Clevett talks to Carpenters about their best and worst all-time jobs and what some of the worst individual days and moments on the tools as well. Guests: John Argyle, Jason Joyce & Sean Matthews.
Nov 3, 2025 · 35 min
Managing Tax, Books & Approach To Finances
Robin Clevett looks into how well Carpenters are getting their heads around all the changes to reporting that are coming with 'Making Tax Digital. Robin invites Derek Barrett, a well experienced and organised business owner onto the show so that he...
Oct 27, 2025 · 25 min
How Business Has Been In 2025 & An Exploration of Carpentry Across Europe!
Robin Clevett talks to Carpenters, David Byrne & Jay Elliott to find out how business has been for them, after checking in at the start of the year. David and Jay talk about the aspects of the trade they've had success with, what had been...
Oct 20, 2025 · 32 min
Carpentry Niches With Richard Wagner
Robin Clevett talks to Carpenter and Woodworking Enthusiast, Richard Wagner about the variety of niches he's taken on and experiened within the trade. Richard talks about theatre set building, high rope course design and the work he's put into a boat.
Oct 13, 2025 · 27 min
Incredible Water Tower Conversion Project With Adam Foster
Robin Clevett invites Adam Foster, who is a plumber by trade, to join him and talk about his amazing water tower conversion, which is still ongoing and was featured on Grand Designs. Adam talks about the Carpentry skills he’s self taught and developed...
Oct 6, 2025 · 28 min
Robin Clevett Talks To Jade McDonald & Kyle Sutherland About Working Together
Robin Clevett is joined at Festool in Bury St Edmonds by Jade McDonald and her partner Kyle Sutherland to discuss their experiences working together in the trade. Jade talks about how she started getting involved, what learning from Kyle is like, the...
Sep 29, 2025 · 28 min
Robin Clevett Chats With Chippie Em AKA Emily Kitchin
Robin Clevett is joined at Festool in Bury St Edmonds by Emily Kitchin AKA Chippie Em. Emily talks about her interesting route into the industry that saw her find a passion and career in Carpentry after many different experiences in the building...
Sep 22, 2025 · 37 min
Robin Clevett & Jack Auletta Discuss The Construction Industry
Robin Clevett invites Jack Auletta, a top quality builder local to him in Surrey, to join him in the studio and discuss the construction industry as a whole. Robin and Jack discuss rates of pay, approach to managing a business, the positive changes in...
Sep 15, 2025 · 29 min
Steven Hoare (109 Carpentry) Talks Tools, Employment & Home Renovation
Robin Clevett is joined by Steven Hoare (109 Carpentry) to discuss his experiences being employed in the trade for decades, his favourite tools as well as new kit he's planning to try out. Steven also touches on his home renovation, which is reaching...

The Carpentry Show

The Passing of Skills Between Father & Son

A Charity Project For A Great Cause

What Would It Take For You To Teach?

How To Generate Leads In 2026!

Taking Risks & What Ifs

What Might Define 2026 For Carpentry & Construction?

Another Look Into Potential Apprenticeship Reforms

Robin Clevett Chats To Derek Barrett About His Work, Business, Social Media & More!

Why An 8 Month Apprenticeship Would Be Disastrous For The Trade

GM Haus Discuss Tool Theft, Working With Architects & Share Thoughts On The Trade!

Robin Clevett Chats To GM Haus About Their Business Success So Far...

Best & Worst Days & Jobs EVER!

Managing Tax, Books & Approach To Finances

How Business Has Been In 2025 & An Exploration of Carpentry Across Europe!

Carpentry Niches With Richard Wagner

Incredible Water Tower Conversion Project With Adam Foster

Robin Clevett Talks To Jade McDonald & Kyle Sutherland About Working Together

Robin Clevett Chats With Chippie Em AKA Emily Kitchin

Robin Clevett & Jack Auletta Discuss The Construction Industry

Steven Hoare (109 Carpentry) Talks Tools, Employment & Home Renovation